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Adware.AddLyrics

If you have downloaded a browser plugin from addlyrics.net, it is likely that Adware.AddLyrics is now running on your personal computer. The application does not have a verified publisher which signals that it is not the best idea to run it on your personal computer. Right now the product is available for Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome or Internet Explorer browsers only, and it is stated that the plugin will help you find lyrics to any songs you play on YouTube. Even if the services of the extension are useful to you, it is essential that you beware of the advertisements which are bound to follow it. Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers recommend having Adware.AddLyrics deleted, and this article explains how to. Read more »

BatBrowse Deals

Even though on the official page of BatBrowse Deals (batbrowse.com) it is stated that the offered browser plugin will help you fly through the web, Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers have discovered that the application is completely useless. First of all, the download button represented on the page is currently inactive, and it is most likely that its functionality will not be restored for some time. As research shows, the plugin falls into the same category of potentially undesirable programs as GreyGray Ads, DiVapton Ads, Lamilov and Qualitink. In fact, it appears that all of these applications have been created by the same people. If you wish to learn how to delete these programs use the search box on the right to find more information, or follow the BatBrowse Deals removal steps presented below. Read more »

sr.searchfunmoods.com

sr.searchfunmoods.com

If you think that you will be able to use sr.searchfunmoods.com as an authentic search engine you are very wrong. Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers recommend that you ignore this search engine if you have landed on it accidentally, or remove it from your browsers if it has been set as the start page of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox and Internet Explorer browsers. Even though it is possible to have your browser settings modified illegally, it is most likely that you have accepted search provider and home page modifications when downloading the Funmoods Toolbar from funmoods.com. Since these changes are completely optional, we do not rush to categorize the application as a browser hijacker. Despite this, we do not recommend running the search engine, and so you should delete sr.searchfunmoods.com if it has been added to your Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer and Google Chrome browsers. Read more »

Browse Beyond

Browse Beyond

Browse Beyond is an adware application that is compatible with Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome. It is not a computer malware infection, because most of the time the application informs you about the oncoming installation. However, there might also be times when you install Browse Beyond on your computer accidentally, together with other freeware applications. Although this browser application is not dangerous, it is not recommended to keep in on your computer, because it has a very lax security policy that enables malicious third parties to make use of it. Remove Browser Beyond from your system to prevent any potential harm. Read more »

Dfs.pathdone.net

If you cannot find the reason why you find dfs.pathdone.net ads or why some blank browser windows are opened automatically, install a powerful spyware removal tool and you will soon find the answer. Dfs.pathdone.net is an advertising server which is associated with adware programs, one of which is LyricsSay-1, which is said to show you the lyrics of the YouTube videos. Very often such programs arrive at the PC bundled with some other free programs, so you should always get acquainted with the terms of use or the privacy policy provided by the installation wizard. If you do not like the terms because some alterations will be done within the system, decline the installation of the unwanted program. Read more »

Your browser has been locked Virus

Your browser has been locked Virus

Your browser has been locked Virus displays fake security notification when you browse the Internet. It basically freezes your browser and does not even allow you to close it, thus successfully rendering even your computer inoperable. Your browser has been locked Virus can be classified as a ransomware infection, because it displays a notification similar to those displays by a number of Ukash Virus infections. However, this malware attacks a web server and not your computer, so as long as you manage to kill the internet browser process, your computer should be safe. Nevertheless, it does not mean that you should not scan your system to check for potential infections. Read more »

Safesear.ch

Safesear.ch

If you do not want to risk your privacy, you should avoid using Safesear.ch, which is promoted by some browser hijacker and can be set as the home page and the default search provider of the browsers. More specifically, it can alter the settings of your Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox. Usually, malicious search engines are ad-supported and aimed at providing you with various sponsored links. In the case of Safesear.ch, you might be provided with some advertisements; however, the search hits will be retrieved from Google search. If you are can access Google search directly, so why should you use Safesear.ch? Remove it from the browsers in order to ensure that you are not being monitored by a browser hijacker. Read more »

csrss.exe

Csrss.exe is an authentic Windows component, so you should not be surprised to discover it running on your Task Manager. Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers also indicate that you should be extremely careful with the removal of this file because it could lead to serious Windows dysfunctions. Why would you want to delete csrss.exe from your operating Windows system? Even though the executable exists on all Windows computers at times you may discover several versions of it. In case this happens, there is a great chance that one of these files is malicious. What is more, cyber criminals could even hijack the authentic executable to initiate malignant activity. Unfortunately, such activity could be hidden to avoid malware detection and removal, so we recommend reading the report to learn whether you personal computer has been infected by cyber criminals. Read more »

Adware.Win32.Spigot

Are you irritated by unstoppable pop-ups reappearing on your browsers? Then Adware.Win32.Spigot might have been infiltrated onto your operating Windows system. Even though Spigot is represented as a tool which can “turn on the revenue”, we believe that you should not trust it. The self-proclaimed Custom Toolbar and Distribution Platform, as it is stated at spigot.com, is often categorized as adware, or advertisement-supported program, because its products could potentially track your virtual activity and provide the collected information to third-party advertisers. Without a doubt, these products available for Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox and Internet Explorer browsers should be researched before using. Overall, if you worry about Adware.Win32.Spigot removal – continue reading the report because it discloses the main removal tips. Read more »

Dfo.donemace.net

Dfo.donemace.net is a malicious advertising service which sends advertisements to your PC with the help of an adware program and a tracking cookie, which records information about your browsing behavior. It has been found that dfo.donemace.net advertisements are displayed when Allyrics, a browser add-on, is installed on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, or Mozilla Firefox, and if you do not remove the adware application, your browsing sessions will be hampered by various forms of advertising. Read more »